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Radiology Tech, PRN, Shift Varies
$61k-74k (estimate)
Full Time
2 Months Ago
Huntsville Hospital Health System is Hiring a Radiology Tech, PRN, Shift Varies Near Decatur, AL
Overview:
1. Under the direction of a Radiologist, produces high quality radiographs on
2. Assists Radiologist with Invasive Procedures.
4. Administer appropriate Contrast media as directed by Radiologist.
6. Trauma ProceduresQualifications:
Under the direction of the Radiology Director, and a radiologist, performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis. Operates X-Ray Equipment to make quality Images/radiographs of designated body parts. Responsibilities include knowledge of all Imaging procedures. Will be available for emergency on-call procedures as required, or set forth. Recognizes the need for control/assessment of pain for patients and helps to prevent or reduce patient pain levels when possible.
Responsibilities:Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions
1. Under the direction of a Radiologist, produces high quality radiographs on
all patient age groups.
1. Explains procedure to patient.
2. Position and immobilize patient for procedure.
3. Selects appropriate technical factors for specific body part.
4. Review images for quality and accuracy of positioning.
5. Willingly helps out in Radiology or other departments within
Imaging whenever the need arises.
2. Assists Radiologist with Invasive Procedures.
1. Sets up room properly for specific procedure.
2. Practices principles of sterile technique
3. Label items on trays in accordance with required Joint
Commission standards.
4. Selects appropriate procedure trays/instruments needed.
5. Obtain images as requested by Radiologist to facilitate
diagnosis of disease processes.
3. Maintain Patient and Personal safety.
1. Provides radiation protection to all patients as needed.
2. Practices personal radiation safety measures to minimize
annual occupational exposure levels.
3. Follows principles of good body mechanics when lifting.
4. Utilize appropriate transfer techniques for patient
condition.
5. Use two (2) identifiers approved by the hospital to
verify patient identity.
4. Administer appropriate Contrast media as directed by Radiologist.
1. Administers IV contrast as directed by Radiologist..
2. Assess patient for possible contrast media sensitivity
prior to beginning venipuncture.
3. Attends annual inservice on venipuncture techniques.
4. Performs venipuncture as required for procedures.
5. PACS
1. Completes all exams timely in PACS
2. Properly performs procedure for making patient CD’s.
3. Verify that written physician order matches order in PACS.
4. Verifies all images are in PACS ,& Scans any required
documents, and Adds additional study information in notes
section as needed.
5. Knows proper sequence to send images from C-arm to
6. Operates film digitizer to add films to PACS.
6. Trauma Procedures
1. Prioritize sequence of exams to complete
procedures in the shortest amount of time.
2. Takes precautions to ensure that positioning for
ordered examinations do not exacerbate the patients injuries.
3. Produce quality images with a maximum amount of
image detail.
4. Knowledge of departmental trauma protocols. Completes
procedures that must be cleared by a physician prior to
moving patient for additional procedures.
5. Practice standard precautions, anticipate exposure to
blood and body fluids during trauma radiography.
Comments: _________________________________________________________________________
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Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required
Education/Licensure: Must have satisfactorily completed AMA approved Radiologic Technologist training program; eligible for ARRT registry.
Experience: : No experience required, but preferred.
Additional Skills/Abilities: BLS required before the conclusion of the orientation period; Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly.
Education/Licensure: Must have satisfactorily completed AMA approved Radiologic Technologist training program; eligible for ARRT registry.
Experience: : No experience required, but preferred.
Additional Skills/Abilities: BLS required before the conclusion of the orientation period; Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$61k-74k (estimate)
POST DATE
07/13/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
10/24/2024
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